Almost no other instrument seems so synonymous with jazz as the sax. Listen to some classic alto playing from Charlie Parker, Cannonball Adderley, Sonny Stitt and more greats.

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Greenville High School’s production of “The SpongeBob Musical” is a delightful, high-energy burst of color, music and heart that proves this show is far more than just a cartoon brought to life.

Brendan Dine was initially hesitant about joining band in middle school, but he changed his tune and was recently named the No. 1 high school flute player in Michigan. The recent Bay City Central ...

Henry Threadgill first performed as a percussionist in his high school marching band before taking up the baritone saxophone and later a large portion of the woodwind instrument family. He soon ...

Boasting a warm, finely burnished tone and a robust melodic and harmonic imagination, tenor saxophonist Eric Alexander has been exploring new musical worlds from the outset. He started out on piano as ...

The alto saxophone is one of the most popular instruments in jazz and pop music, known for its smooth, expressive sound. Over the years, many talented musicians have made their mark playing the alto ...

In search of a “wow factor," an increasing number of couples are adding live sax to their receptions — even if the instrument ...

SMOKE Jazz Club will present its December 2025 lineup featuring the 13th Annual Coltrane Festival “Countdown 2026,” running December 10–January 4. Performers include Ravi Coltrane, Melissa Aldana, ...